1 dead in ‘violent assault’ at King Street apartment building
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A 41-year-old man is facing charges in connection with a Monday night homicide in downtown Charleston. Officers with the Charleston Police Department responded to an apartment complex on King Street around 7:45 p.m. for an unresponsive resident. Once at the scene, officers “discovered a...
Dominion Energy offers tips to beat the heat without breaking the bank this summer
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — It’s been a hot couple of weeks in the Lowcountry and Leaders with Dominion Energy are providing tips on how residents can keep themselves cool without increasing their bill too significantly. Dominion Energy states that heating and cooling costs can make up 50% or...
Then vs. Now: Ocean Boulevard – Same rules, different Monopoly board
Some of us are old enough to remember the singer Paul Anka crooning, “Do you remember the times of your life?” What would you consider the times of your life? Many of us flash back to our youth for those memories. Folks who grew up on or frequented...
Goose Creek man arrested for holding children at gunpoint, killing dog: Police
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — A Goose Creek man is in custody Tuesday after police said he held his children at gunpoint and shot and killed their family dog overnight in North Charleston. The incident happened at an apartment complex in the 6500 block of Dorchester Road around 12:30 a.m., according to the North...
Firework regulations in South Carolina: Know the rules before celebrating Independence Day
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — Before Lowcountry residents hit the firework stand this Friday to celebrate the 4th of July, it’s important to remember the can and can’t do's of fireworks in South Carolina. Statewide, no one under the age of 16 can purchase fireworks, and individuals are...
This Wholesome South Carolina Creamery Serves Fresh Milk, Cheddar Curds, And Moo-Tastic Farm Tours
If you think milk just comes from a jug in your fridge, a trip to Happy Cow Creamery will make you see dairy in a whole new (and delightfully delicious) light. Tucked into the green fields of Pelzer, South Carolina, this down-to-earth farm is as cheerful as its name—and yes, the cows really do seem happy.
10 killed on South Carolina roads over weekend, preliminary report says
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCIV) — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety reported Monday that a preliminary count revealed 10 fatalities on the state's roadways over the weekend. The period in question began on Friday, June 27, at 6:00 p.m. and concluded on Sunday, June 29, at 11:59 p.m. The...
Charleston to start nighttime lane closures for Ashley River bridge project on July 1
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston, in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation and Mastec-Civil, will be implementing nighttime lane closures for the Ashley River Crossing bridge construction. Mastec-Civil will close the northbound lanes of U.S. 17, starting near the intersection of...
Mount Pleasant seafood supplier’s boat struck by lightning
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – A Lowcountry seafood supplier’s boat was struck by lightning while offshore on Saturday, according to owners. Abundant Seafood posted to social media saying that the strike happened while the Amy Marie was about 50 miles from shore. While all crew members are reportedly okay, the boat...
North Charleston Police investigating shooting outside of bar
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Police Department is investigating a shooting outside of a bar early on Sunday morning. Officers say the shooting happened around 2 a.m. on Sunday in the parking lot outside of the Whiskey Run Sports Bar on Dorchester Road. Officers spoke to the...